09/04/2008 - London, England (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - England Under-21s coach Stuart Pearce has ruled himself out as a candidate to succeed Alan Curbishley as the next manager of West Ham United.
Pearce spent two years as a player at Upton Park and has been mentioned as one of the leading contenders to step into the Irons hotseat.
However, the former England left back says he is committed to the job of trying to help his current side qualify for the Euro Championship finals next summer.
"I manage this team. I am very proud to do so and will not be stepping down from this job, because I love the job I do," he told reporters. "I said to the FA bosses when I took this job that I will honor my contract. I have said that many times before in the past and that still applies today."
The Hammers are reported to have had at least 30 applications about their managerial vacancy and Pearce thinks that the club should strongly consider another homegrown appointment.
"There are a lot fantastic English managers about," he said. "What happens nowadays is we knock what we have got under our own noses and that can be absolutely fatal.
"Alan Curbishley is a fantastic manager with a great deal of experience who has proved himself time and again in the Premier League.
"That is what Alan is in my eyes and that will never diminish."
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<< Jags sign T Spencer, put Collier on reserve list
Jacksonville, FL (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Jacksonville Jaguars signed offensive
tackle Charles Spencer on Thursday, and placed tackle Richard Collier on the
reserve/non-football injury list.
Spencer, a third-round selection by Houston in
<< Royals, A's to go back at it with double dip
(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Oakland Athletics and Kansas City Royals will wrap up
their three-game series with a doubleheader today at Kauffman Stadium. The
first pitch is set for 5:10 (ET), with the second game to follow 30 minutes
after t
<< Sliding Brewers hoping for rebound against Padres
(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Recent postseason standout Jeff Suppan takes another shot
at keeping the Milwaukee Brewers in the playoff race tonight, when the team
opens a four-game series with the visiting San Diego Padres at Miller Park.
Suppan,
<< Angels, Tigers to wrap up series with matinee
(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The LA Angels of Anaheim will wrap up a three-game series
against the Detroit Tigers this afternoon at Comerica Park.
The Angels still have a magic number of seven to clinch their second straight
American League West t
Palermo president defends decision to fire coach >>
Palermo, Italy (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Palermo president Maurizio Zamparini has
defended his decision to sack coach Stefano Colantuono just one game into the
new Serie A season.
Colantuono was axed following a 3-1 defeat by Udinese last we
City boss Hughes sounds cautious note >>
Manchester, England (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Manager Mark Hughes has sounded a note
of caution amid reports that the new owners of Manchester City are set to offer
eye-watering fees to land the world's best players in the January transfer
wind
Browns LB Peek done for season after knee surgery >>
Berea, OH (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Cleveland Browns outside linebacker Antwan Peek
will miss the entire 2008 season after undergoing surgery on Thursday to
repair a torn patella tendon in his knee.
Peek, entering his sixth season in th
Curlin's next start at Belmont Park >>
Lexington, KY (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Leading thoroughbred Curlin will make his
next start in the $750,000 Jockey Club Gold Cup on Saturday, September 27 at
Belmont Park. Majority owner Jess Jackson made the announcement Thursday
morning
Academy Award Betting Odds for Best Picture Offer Great Value
If there is any category that is not an obvious win for any one nominee in this year's Academy Awards, it would be for Best Picture. Sure the Departed is a 5/7 favorite, but that's hardly anything when we look at Helen Mirren and her "out-of-reach" 1 to 40 odds (which means you would win a whopping $1 for every $40 bet).
For value, take a look at MySportsbook.com Oscars betting odds on my personal favorite, The Queen - a remarkable 12 to 1 long shot. The film hasn't won any pre-awards for Best Picture (compared to The Departed and Little Miss Sunshine), but there is a tremendous following and it is a strong enough film to warrant a surprise win.
TV Guide advises Oscar watchers should be cautioned not to discount the drama "Babel" with its strong social themes about overcoming communication gaps among people of different cultures.
"While 'Babel' lost several guild awards to 'Sunshine' and 'Departed,' it still enjoys loyal support, and historically Oscar voters favor dramas with social messages over comedies like 'Sunshine' and violent crime movies like 'Departed'."
"It hasn't done well in the guilds, which means there isn't much industry support," said Tom O'Neil of awards site TheEnvelope.com, "But several critics are expecting it to win, and that gets my attention." Babel had 7 to 2 odds at press time.
Who is to say independently produced Little Miss Sunshine won't be this year's Crash. Last year, Crash won for Best Motion Picture, shocking those who bet on gay cowboy flick, Brokeback Mountain, as the favorite to win.
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Mens NCAA Basketball Tournament odds
As of February 9, MySportsbook.com has released its coveted 2007 Mens NCAA Basketball Tournament betting odds. “March Madness betting ” only a month away, the top ranked Florida Gators are favorite at 7-2 to win it all. The defending champs have not disappointed at all this season and currently have a 22-2 record and are undefeated (9-0) in SEC play. The Gators’ thrive off of their extremely balanced, experienced and versatile attack. All five starters started in last seasons National Championship game. What is most impressive with this group is their balance; the five starters all average between 10.7 and 13.6 PPG. The Gators have been on an absolute roll having won 15 straight by an average of 16.4 PPG.
Right behind the Gators are the 5th ranked UNC Tar Heels at 9-2. The Heels (21-3, 7-2) are absolutely loaded with top notch talent and are as deep as any team in the country. A concern for the Tar Heels might be inexperience. Of their top four scorers/ minute earners, three are freshmen and the other is a sophomore. The rest of the regular season, the Tar Heels play only one team that is currently ranked (Duke). Their remaining opponents do combine for an impressive 107-58 record though.
Other teams that the MySportsbook.com members seem to believe will win it all include the west coasts’ top team #2 UCLA (6-1), #3 OSU behind man-child Greg Oden (8-1), and #4 Wisconsin (10-1) behind their defense which has given up 70+ points only three times all season.
Below is a list of some of the favorites to win the 2007 Men’s NCAA Basketball Championship lines. For the full list of teams and March Madness odds be sure to log onto MySportsbook.com. If you want to use your credit card to bet on college hoops or any other event, MySportsbook.com has the highest credit card acceptance rate in the industry.
Arizona 20-1
Butler 20-1
Duke 30-1
Florida 7-2
Georgetown 30-1
Indiana 35-1
Kansas 15-1
Marquette 25-1
Maryland 40-1
Memphis 50-1
Nevada 50-1
UNC 9-2
OSU 8-1
Oregon 30-1
Pittsburgh 15-1
Texas 30-1
Texas A&M 18-1
UCLA 6-1
Wisconsin 10-1
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